Entries are now open to Year 11 and 12 students across Australia for the Bond University Film and Television Awards (BUFTA).
BUFTA is a renowned platform for aspiring young filmmakers to showcase their work.
Ben Griggs was awarded Best Overall Filmmaker at BUFTA in 2013 and said the platform greatly helped him kick-start his career.
His winning entry ‘Nutcase’ was a comedic film and just one of 52 short films from around the world to shown at the prestigious New York Shorts International Film Festival in the United States in May.
“I didn’t expect Nutcase to be accepted, because the New York Shorts is such a prestigious event, so to have it screened during the festival was very exciting,” said Ben.
Ben graduates from Bond University next semester after being offered a full-scholarship to study film and television as part of his prize.
Following following a successful internship at a well-respected post-production company in Brisbane, Ben has established his own production company this year.
BUFTA has helped move his film career forward.
“My high school teacher entered my film in BUFTA and I’m so lucky that she did as the competition has proven to be an invaluable opportunity in opening many doors for me,” he said.
“As a high school student, it is a fantastic chance to showcase your work on the big screen and meet other young filmmakers who share your passion.
“Starting my career with a scholarship to study film and television at Bond not only helped to improve my filmmaking skills, but taught me hands-on professionalism and how the film industry truly works, so when I’ve had opportunities to work on industry productions I’ve always felt confident and well-prepared.”
Entries for BUFTA are now open to all Year 11 and 12 students and will close on 25 November. For more information, visit http://www.bufta.com.au
Local Robina residents will be able to go and watch the entries at Bond University later in the year so we’ll let you know when to get your popcorn ready!!
